Player considered tanking to make Australian Open qualifying
Croatian tennis battler Jana Fett has admitted to toying with the idea of tanking in Hobart in order to make the Australian Open qualifying draw.
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Australian Open wildcard Andrew Whittington enjoying every moment
There are players who have a surge up the rankings. Then there's Andrew Whittington and what he managed in 2016.
Sharapova to make comeback in Stuttgart
Five-times grand slam champion Maria Sharapova will return to competitive action following a 15-month doping ban at the Stuttgart Grand Prix in April, the Russian said on Tuesday.
Cash says there's something to be respected about Kyrgios' Trump shirt
Nick Kyrgios' decision to echo the sentiment of Hollywood star Meryl Streep has polarised opinion yet again, but he's earned the respect of former tennis great Pat Cash for his confidence to speak his mind.
Aussie teen De Minaur shines as Kokkinakis’ Open hopes fade
Australia's latest teenage tennis sensation Alex De Minaur has credited the mentorship of Lleyton Hewitt in helping him claim his first ever ATP victory.Â
Kerber heads list of stars suffering early exits
World No.1 Angelique Kerber headlines a string of high-profile stars who were bundled out of the Sydney International on Tuesday.
Jet-lagged Dudi Sela advances in Canberra Challenger
Dudi Sela was wearing his friend's clothes and graced the same underwear for three days in a row.
Three tennis players found guilty of corruption as fixing fears grow
Three Australian tennis players have been found guilty of corruption by the sport's international integrity watchdog, only days after another promising junior was charged with match fixing.
Teenager upsets world No.1 Kerber with remarkable ease
Russian teen Daria Kasatkina has confirmed she will be one to watch at the Australian Open, tuning up with an impressive straight-sets win over world No.1 Angelique Kerber at the Sydney International.
Tomic says he was out of shape before losing five kilos in a week
Bernard Tomic says he "was fat" to start the Australian summer, but has managed to shed almost five kilos in a week in preparation for the Australian Open.
It's time to love Kyrgios again – or at least try
After his meltdown in Shanghai, the so-called bad boy of Australian tennis deserves another chance
Kyrgios takes aim at Donald Trump
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has made a strong political statement heading into the Australian Open, wearing a "f--- Donald Trump" t-shirt after his Fast4 victory over Rafael Nadal in Sydney.
Gavrilova advances despite Sydney rain delays
Australian No.2 Daria Gavrilova is adamant she won't be relying on her strong finish to the 2016 season as a springboard for next week's grand slam in Melbourne.
Stosur bombs out of Sydney in first round
Australian veteran Sam Stosur will head to next week's Australian Open without a win in almost five months after bombing out in the first round of the Sydney International.
Nick Kyrgios inspires Andrew Harris' triumphant return
Nothing has changed for Nick Kyrgios and Andrew Harris since winning the junior Wimbledon doubles title.
Cash: Murray the man to beat
At an Australian Open that Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal will enter with their lowest seedings in 16Â and 12Â years respectively, former finalist Pat Cash has declared five-time runner-up Andy Murray the favourite for a long-overdue success.
Kyrgios receiving cortisone, but vows to push through pain
Nick Kyrgios is relying on cortisone to help him recover from a knee injury in time for the Australian Open, but insists he won't allow the pain to derail his grand slam assault.
Destanee's date at Kooyong
Surrounded by another media throng, this time on Kooyong's historic centre court, life for Destanee Aiava is very different to what it was just a week or two ago.
Nadal believes his best can still beat Murray and Djokovic
World No.9 Rafael Nadal still believes his best tennis can upset Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, admitting he "would be at home fishing" if he didn't.
Dimitrov takes out Brisbane title by claiming another top scalp
Dimitrov, the world No.17, will be a man to avoid in the Australian Open after he capped a week of strong form with victory over Kei Nishikori on Pat Rafter Arena.
Comeback kid Kokkinakis tempted to play Australian Open
Thanasi Kokkinakis admits the temptation is there to dive straight into the Australian Open after capping his comeback by claiming the Brisbane International doubles title with Jordan Thompson.
Kokkinakis, Thompson win doubles crown in Brisbane
Thanasi Kokkinakis has capped his comeback tournament by claiming the Brisbane International doubles title with Jordan Thompson.
Teenage prodigy De Minaur taking advice from Kyrgios and Tomic
Australia's brightest teenage prospect, 17-year-old Alex De Minaur, says he has been taking advice from Nick Kyrgios and Bernard Tomic on how to transition into the big time.
Five Aussies in Sydney International tennis draw
Thanasi Kokkinakis won't be the only male flying the flag for Australia at the Sydney International, with two local qualifiers winning through to the main draw on day one.
Nick queries consistency as Djoker cops only a fine for hitting spectator
Nick Kyrgios has again questioned the ATP Tour's consistency after Novak Djokovic apparently escaped with a fine after hitting a spectator with a tennis ball.
Kyrgios has friendly dig at ATP as Djokovic makes major statement
A delighted Novak Djokovic knew he made a big Australian Open statement when he toppled world No.1 Andy Murray 6-3 5-7 6-4 to retain the Qatar Open title.
Key rivals must lift before Melbourne if they are to threaten Big Two in Australian Open
Glimpses of form in the warm-up events won't be enough for the chasing pack to unseat Andy Murray or Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open in Melbourne.
Bouchard motivated by 'the hate' as she claims first win in four months
Eugenie Bouchard is back in the winner's circle, claiming her first victory on tour in four months.
Groth saving big serves for match day ahead of Canberra Challenger
Sam Groth wants to break opponents instead of serving records at the Canberra Challenger this week.
Death threats, jealousy and lonely days for Bouchard
Eugenie Bouchard has seen the ugly side of beauty. She's received death threats from obsessed fans. Felt the jealousy from within the tour from those who envy the image she has managed to build. All while shutting herself off from those around her in an attempt to conquer her dreams.